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August 29th, 2012
Written by: Jeanne Segal, Ph.D., Melinda Smith, M.A., and Jaelline Jaffe, Ph.D.
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Laughter has a powerful effect on health and well-being. It relieves tension and stress, elevates mood, enhances creativity, and provides a quick energy boost. Laughter also brings people together and helps them better navigate conflict. Mutual laughter and play are an essential part of strong, healthy relationships. Use these tips to incorporate more humor and play into your love relationships ? as well is your connections with coworkers, family members, and friends.
The power of laughter and play
Playful communication is one of the most effective tools for keeping relationships exciting, fresh, and vital. Laughter and play enrich your interactions and give your relationships that extra zing that keeps them interesting, light, and enjoyable. This shared pleasure creates a sense of intimacy and connection?qualities that define solid, lasting relationships.
People are attracted to happy, funny individuals. Laughter draws others to you and keeps them by your side. When you laugh with one another, a positive bond is created. This bond acts as a strong buffer against stress, disagreements, and disappointment. And laughter really is contagious?just hearing laughter primes your brain to smile and join in on the fun.
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